Description
Soft, gooey, and irresistibly rich — these Heavenly Cinnamon Rolls made with heavy whipping cream are a true bakery-worthy indulgence. Each fluffy roll bakes up buttery and golden, soaking in creamy sweetness for the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth experience.
Ingredients
🍞 Dough:
3/4 cup warm milk (110°F)
2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup melted butter
1 egg + 1 egg yolk
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
🍯 Filling:
1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 tbsp cinnamon
🥛 Cream Mixture:
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream (to pour over rolls before baking)
🍬 Cream Cheese Frosting:
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1–2 tbsp milk (as needed for consistency)
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tbsp sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Add remaining sugar, melted butter, eggs, and salt. Mix in flour gradually until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead dough on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
5. Punch down dough and roll into a 14×9-inch rectangle.
6. Spread softened butter evenly, then sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon.
7. Roll tightly from the long side and cut into 12 rolls.
8. Place rolls in a greased 9×13-inch pan. Cover and let rise for 30–40 minutes.
9. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour heavy cream evenly over the risen rolls.
10. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
11. While baking, prepare the frosting: beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
12. Spread frosting over warm rolls and enjoy the creamy perfection.
Notes
💛 Tip 1: The heavy cream creates ultra-soft, gooey centers — don’t skip it!
🍯 Tip 2: For extra flavor, add a touch of nutmeg to the filling.
🍦 Tip 3: Spread frosting while the rolls are warm so it melts beautifully.
🌰 Tip 4: Add chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
☕ Tip 5: Perfect for brunch, holidays, or anytime you crave cozy sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: cinnamon rolls, heavy cream cinnamon rolls, gooey rolls, brunch dessert, bakery-style cinnamon rolls